Steel bands

Find out about playing in a steel band if you are a young person or adult.

Come along and bring some sunshine to the South West by joining our Steel band opportunities for adults and young people.

No experience necessary as all instruction will be provided. Reservations essential.

Torbay Junior Steel Band

The Torbay Junior Steel Band takes place on Wednesdays from 4.15pm to 5.15pm at Chestnut School, Chestnut Drive, Brixham and is for 9 to 12 year olds.

Fees are £30 per term. Those eligible for Free School Meals are charged £15.00 for the term. For those joining us halfway through the term, fees are reduced to £15.00 and £7.50 respectively. Places are limited by the instruments available, so are allocated on a ‘first come first served basis’. There will be a waiting list for unsuccessful applicants. Please download, print, complete and return the application from the related documents and return with you payment and evidence of Free School meal eligibility where relevant.

Steel Band Taster Workshops for Adults

Come along and give the Steel pan a try at one of our Taster workshops for adults aged 18+. These sessions are suitable for any ability – even if you’ve never played a musical instrument in your life! We will be playing a mixture of widely known Caribbean and Reggae music.

Workshops take place at Chestnut School, Chestnut Drive, Brixham on:

Monday 16 July - 7pm to 9pm

Each workshop costs £8.00 per participant.

Places are limited by the instruments available and will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served basis’. There will be a waiting list for unsuccessful applicants.

Please download, print and return the application form with your payment. Cheques should by made payable to ‘Torbay Council’.